Recall Overview

Bakkavor, a North Carolina-based food manufacturer, has initiated a voluntary recall of several ready-to-eat pizza and bread products. The decision follows the potential discovery of metal fragments within the items.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified this as a Class II recall. This classification indicates that while the products may cause temporary or medically reversible health issues, the risk of serious adverse consequences remains remote.

Affected Products and Distribution

The recall impacts thousands of units distributed across 10 states: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, Texas, and Virginia. Additionally, the affected items were shipped directly to consumers through HelloFresh.

Specific Items Recalled

  • Roasted Tomato and Parmesan Focaccia Bread: Approximately 23,459 cases sold under brands including Frederik’s by Meijer, Harris Teeter, Trader Joe’s, and Fresh & Simple.
  • HelloFresh Basil Pesto and Mozzarella Pizza: A total of 2,337 cases, with each case containing 15 packages.

The recall encompasses four specific lot numbers for the pizza products and over a dozen lot numbers for the focaccia bread. The affected items carry use-by dates ranging from April 27 through October 15.

Consumer Guidance

Bakkavor and the FDA are urging customers who have purchased these products to take immediate action. Consumers should either discard the items or return them to the original place of purchase to receive a full refund.

As of now, there have been no reports of injuries or adverse health effects related to the consumption of these products. The recall was officially initiated by the company on January 19.